Son cubano
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Son cubano is a genre of music and dance that originated in the highlands of eastern Cuba during the late 19th century. It is a syncretic genre that blends elements of Spanish and African origin. Amon
A marímbula, the "bass" instrument used by changüí ensembles. Some groups used the more rudimentary jug known as botija or botijuela.
Sexteto Habanero 1920.
Sexteto Boloña 1926.
Timba
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Timba is a Cuban genre of music based on Cuban son with salsa, American FunkoPop/R&B and the strong influence of Afro-Cuban folkloric music. Timba rhythm sections differ from their salsa counterparts,
Cuban salsa dancers in Havana.